Created Date: 25 October 2014

Best of Theni Recommended by Indian travellers

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Guide includes:About destination | Top things to do | Best accommodations | Travelling tips | Best time to visit

About Theni
Theni is one of the most important and charming districts of Tamil Nadu. It is a major pilgrimage
centre of India surrounded by the Western Ghats and was created as a result of a bifurcation of
the Madurai District in 1996.
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The major tourist attractions of Theni include Andipatti, Arulmigu Balasubramanya Temple,
Vellappar Temple, Mavoothu, Kamatchi and Amman Temple. Andipatti is an important centre of
Tamil culture and is renowned for its handicrafts and handlooms.
Arulmigu Balasubramanya Temple is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Muruga. One of the
most visited shrines in Tamil Nadu, this temple has a six headed idol of Lord Muruga,
accompanied by the Lords consort.
Located 20 km away from Andipatti, there is a temple of Lord Vinayaka called the Vellappar
Temple. The Kamatchi Amman Temple is around 3 km from Devadanapatti in Theni District.
One of the most distinctive features of the temple is the fact that the doors to the sanctum
sanctorum always remain closed and all the offerings are placed at the entrance.
The festivals of Theni are varied and notable among these are Pongal, Masi Maham and
Shivaratri. These are celebrated in the Kamatchi Amman Temple during the months of
February to March. The bullock cart race held during this festival is very famous in Theni
District. Theni can be visited any time during the year, though the winter and monsoon season
is most preferable.
There are other important places of tourist interest located around Theni. They are Vaigai Dam
20 km from Theni, Suruli Falls 50 km from Theni, Meghamalai Hill and Bodi Mettu Hill.
Thenis economy is dependant mostly on agriculture and the major products of the district are
silk cotton, soft towels, coffee seeds, cardamom and mango.
Theni is at a distance of 498 km from Chennai, 460 km from Bangalore and 76 km from
Madurai. The nearest airport to Theni is at Madurai. Theni is also the main route for tourists
travelling from Madurai to Kochi and from Madurai to the Thekkadi Wildlife Sanctuary. Theni is
well-connected to almost major neighbouring cities.

Information
State:
Tamil Nadu
Famous for/as: Pilgrimage

Top attractions in Theni recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

Suruli Falls
Type:
Water Fall
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 19
Ratings: 3.50/7 (1 Reviews)
"We had to walk close to 2.5 km to reach the falls, which was extremely tiring. Walking so far
was not worth since there was very little water in the falls. A lot of facilities can be done to make
this place a good tourist destination" - Shyla Rajan, Bangalore, 3 months ago
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Bodinayakkanur

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Type:
Offbeat Attraction
Entry: Free
Ranked: 2 Of 19
Ratings: 7.00/7 (0 Reviews)
Vellimalai
Type:
Hill
Entry: Free
Ranked: 3 Of 19
3

Chinnamanur

Type:
Offbeat Attraction
Entry: Free
Ranked: 4 Of 19
5

Meghamalai

Type:
Hill
Entry: Free
Ranked: 5 Of 19
Kamatchi Amman Temple
Type:
Place Of Worship
Entry: Free
Ranked: 6 Of 19
6

Vaigai Dam
Type:
Dam
Entry: Free
Ranked: 7 Of 19
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Mullai Periyar Dam

Type:
Dam
Entry: Free
Ranked: 8 Of 19
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Kumbakkarai Falls

Type:
Water Fall
Entry: Free
Ranked: 9 Of 19
10 Kolukkumalai

Type:
Entry:
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Hill
Free

Ranked: 10 Of 19

Popular hotels in Theni recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1

Western Gatz
Price:
Ranked:
Ratings:
Address:

Rs. 1,450 - 2,100

1 Of 16
5.15/7 (15 Reviews)
7 8 - A, NRT Main Road,
Theni
Phone:
04546-251475
Website:
Www.westerngatz.com
Preferred by: Single | Coimbatore Travellers
"very interesting one is our meet mr. Barathiraja (director, He told life is like a
water so you enjoy this type of entertainment activities). Very good rooms ,
rooms service and bar also. That time claimate is very chill and pleasant air is..."
- Srinivas , Adyar, 1 month ago
Read 15 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Hotel Theni International

Price:
Ranked:
Ratings:
Address:

Rs. 1,350 - 2,500

2 Of 16
5.22/7 (12 Reviews)
Near Bus Stand
Madurai Road
Theni
Phone:
4546-260656
Preferred by: Couple | Chennai Travellers
"It was difficult to locate had a narrow way to it. Road is not good. Roms were
good. Staff and service was good. No delay in check in and check out. AC, TV
was working properly. There was a good view. There were no activities like
swimming pool..." - Sebastian Karamvelil, Cochin, 1 month ago
Read 12 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
3

ABM Grande
Price:
Rs. 1,800 - 2,200
Ranked: 3 Of 16
Ratings: 5.35/7 (6 Reviews)
Address: No: 19
Theni Kumuly NH Road
Theni
Phone: 4546-265160

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Website: Www.abmhotels.com
"It was a good hotel and I stayed there around 5 years back. They provided food
it was okay, not so good. The appearance of the hotel was good and the interior
of the hotel was good. It was worth staying there and it is a recommendable
hotel." - Edwinson Dhurairaj, , 4 weeks ago
Read 6 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
4

Green Royale Hotels & Resorts

Price:
Rs. Upto 3,250
Ranked: 4 Of 16
Ratings: 6.29/7 (2 Reviews)
Phone: 4546-293000
Website: Www.greenroyale.com
"The hotel was conveniently located and it was a comfortable stay. The hotel
was located outskirt of the city and the staff service was very friendly and
helpful. The appearance of the hotel was good and there were no problem at
check in and check..." - Ranjith kumar Shivakumar, Chennai, 4 weeks ago
Read 2 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

New Everest Hotel

Price:
Rs. 400 - 800
Ranked: 5 Of 16
Ratings: 5.54/7 (2 Reviews)
Address: 1038, Kambambam Road
Theni Dist.
Phone: 04546-252173
"" - Praveen , Coimbatore, Nov 7, 2013
Read 2 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Adhitya Hotel
Price:
Rs. 400 - 800
Ranked: 6 Of 16
Ratings: 4.33/7 (2 Reviews)
Address: 840, Near Bus Stand
Madurai Road, Theni Dist.
Phone: 04546-252607
"good.the toilets were not properly maintained, certain taps are not o.k.
european style toilets were not provided which results muscle pull to senior
citizens." - somu, Chennai, Aug 29, 2012
Read 2 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

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Pupiys Grand Swim & Slim

Price:
Rs. 700 - 900
Ranked: 7 Of 16
Ratings: 6.34/7 (1 Reviews)
Address: Vasanth Theater Complex
Boothipuram Road
Theni
Phone: 04546-265268
"The hotel was very clean and good, good service 24/7, was in a good location
and easy to book in advance. Was in perfect location and a nice hotel for family
vacation exactly in center f many sight seeing place, definitely recommend for a
family..." - Karthik kumar , , Mar 21, 2014
Read 1 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Sand River Cottage

Price:
Rs. Upto 7,500
Ranked: 8 Of 16
Address: Manalar Estate,
Phone: 4554-232227
Website: Www.teabungalows.com
"The hotel was really awesome..... Just can't say it by words....accommodation,
food, environment, maintenance, service, view from Hotel,the facilities ovr thr
everything was amazing..... Thrs no negative..... To say about it.... Once we
go..." - K.kalidass , , Jun 13, 2014
Read 1 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Sri Vijay Niwas Hotel

Price:
Rs. 450 - 650
Ranked: 9 Of 16
Ratings: 4.25/7 (0 Reviews)
Address: Bodinayakkanur
Theni Dist.
Phone: 04546-253369

10 Raja

Andhuvan
Price:
Rs. 3,000 - 3,500
Ranked: 10 Of 16
Address: Megamalai,
Chinnamanur Via,
Phone: 9487023533

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